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NEeMA; Leaving the Light On …Part Two

In my interview conclusion with NEeMA, we discuss her experiences and role working with the native people in Wekweeti (Snare Lake), a small isolated Aboriginal community north of Yellowknife where she was the First Nation’s Band Manager until October 2001. She then continued working for the Dogrib Treaty 11 Council assisting in the Tlicho land claim and self-government negotiations. She has now completed a live album … Continue reading NEeMA; Leaving the Light On …Part Two

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9th Edition of The Blues Camp

9th edition of the Free Blues Camp The Blues Camp presented by TDlaunches a new website for its 9th edition! And here’s the perfect reason to head there right away: it’s time for all young Québec musicians aged 13-17 to register for auditions for the chance to participate in our renownedfree once-in-a-lifetime week-long musical project! The day camp,presented as part of the Festival international de Jazz de Montréal, once again welcomes about fifty teens who will have the opportunity to revel in and refine their … Continue reading 9th Edition of The Blues Camp

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Zucchero; His Own Friend …

Zucchero is a first in many things. The first Rock Star to play The Kremlin, the first European Bluesman to sell millions of albums in Europe and specifically – Italy. The first Bluesman outside of North America to be invited to play with Clapton, Buddy Guy and Stevie Ray Vaughan. Himself – along with best pal Pavarotti, created Pavarotti and Friends. A collaboration between Opera, … Continue reading Zucchero; His Own Friend …

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Top Ten Reasons Why Justin Bieber Wants To Change His Race To Black

My, my, my, my,  my … What is going on with Bieber? From a cute Youtube sensation to a wanted ‘potential criminal’. Somewhere – Stompin’ Tom  is stompin’ in his grave. Now comes the news that Justin wants to alter his official race of ‘white’ to a definate more off – white hue. Somewhat darker. Somewhat BLACK … Somewhere Marvin Gaye is stompin’ in his … Continue reading Top Ten Reasons Why Justin Bieber Wants To Change His Race To Black

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Breen LeBoeuf; A Union Card for Life …

Breen LeBoeuf was born in Ontario and ended up one of the first Francophone people to play a concert at the famed Montreal Forum. Pas mal … eh? In these days of language issues in the Province – LeBoeuf is a prime example of what music can do. Eliminate all cultures and make people smile. Blues and Rock n Roll can do that … Listen … Continue reading Breen LeBoeuf; A Union Card for Life …

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Great Canadian Rock Show Part Three

Lennex, Santers, Mainline, Bravebelt, Klaatu … Heard of these guys? Probably. You just do not know it. Five Canadian bands who paved the way for guys like Bryan Adams and (sigh) Justin Bieber. Commercially – anyways. Bands who did not get their fair due airplay -wise and monetarily. Some did – most had a cup of coffee in the show but in those days, record … Continue reading Great Canadian Rock Show Part Three

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Black History Month is Human History Month – Musically

Akilah Newton and Jonathan Emile are doing their part to make the world a better place … Akilah ( the organizer) and Jonathan ( the performer) are travelling many places to spread the word about peace and love. They are doing it through music and other elements which may catch the ignorant eyes in the audience. The best thing? They are educating the young and … Continue reading Black History Month is Human History Month – Musically

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Top Ten All Time Grammy Moments!

Another year – another Grammy Award show … Ho – hum. But wait! There have been some great moments over the years in music’s equivalent of the Oscars. Not many yet enough to compile a Top Ten List … Without further ado, here is that list which has been sealed in a milk carton on Quincy Jones’ porch since eight o’clock AM on Saturday the … Continue reading Top Ten All Time Grammy Moments!

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Jerry Mercer- AsThe Years Go By; Part Six

In this final segment of my interview with Mr. Mercer – the drummer discusses working with Trevor Payne in this summer’s upcoming version of Porgy and Bess. He also speaks of his legacy, his integrity and what he has learned over the years about life. Oh ya – he will also tell you his favorite April Wine songs! Thanks to Jerry for taking the time … Continue reading Jerry Mercer- AsThe Years Go By; Part Six

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